Chulu West Peak Climbing

Chulu West Peak Climbing (6419m) is a popular trekking peak in the Annapurna region and is situated in a little valley north of Manang. This is a peak that can be seen from the major Annapurna Thorung La Pass trail. Trekkers or mountaineers should have an idea that the climb is technical. The North West Ridge is the way to summit Chulu West offering superb Himalayan views of the Annapurna region. March – April and September, October and November are the best times for climbing Chulu West. Unique Nepal Adventure Trek operates two different options for Chulu West Peak climbing. The first option will be to climb Chulu West and continue to trek to the Thorung La Pass. The second option will be to climb Chulu West and return the same way to Besisahar and back to Kathmandu.

Chulu West peak climbing commences from Besisahar after a 5-6 hour drive from Kathmandu. This is the district headquarters of Lamjung a neighbouring district of Gorkha. From Besisahar, the trail leads slowly up towards the Manang valley, one of the highest valleys of the world situated at an altitude between 3500m and 5000m A days rest will be set aside to explore the Manang Valley and for acclimatization. From Manang the route heads north up the valley to Chulu West Base Camp. Three days are set aside for the ascent of this peak and when we have succeeded, we head to Thorong La Pass and follow the same route for the Annapurna Circuit back to Kathmandu. Unique Nepal Adventure Trek can arrange the Chulu West Peak climbing itinerary according to your holiday schedule and wish you an amazing life time experience in the Nepal Himalayas.

Day 08: Trek to Manang (3540m) approximate time for the long way (8-9 hrs) Great views of Annapurna II (7937m) the Annapurna range and many more peaks. The approximate time for the short cut is (6 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.

Day 09: Acclimatization day in Manang and do some hiking for a few hours.

Day 11: Trek to Chulu West Base Camp (4030m) walking (4hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.Day 12: Trek to Chulu West High Camp (5000m) walking (6hrs) stay overnight at tented camp.Day 13: Start early morning for the summit (6419m) ascending (4 -5hrs) and take in the views and head back down to high camp. Stay overnight at tented camp.Day 14: Trek to Manang (3540m) walking (6 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.Day 15: Trek to Chame elevation (2620m) walking (7 hrs) stay overnight at lodge.Day 16: Chame to Besisahar by Local Jeep (5 hrs) Then Besisahar to Kathmandu by vehicle (6 hrs) and stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 17: A representative ofUnique Nepal Adventure Trek will drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport by private vehicle.

Price Includes:

Airport pick-up and drop off by private vehicle.

Two nights in Kathmandu hotel with breakfast.

All meals during the trek (lunch, dinner, breakfast and tea or coffee).

Accommodation in simple lodges or camping in twin shared tents with mattress.

All necessary equipment for camping & peak climbing.

One English speaking government trained license holder and well informed trekking guide.